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Montessori in the Mountains

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Secure Your Lodging

Lodging is booked separately and directly with the YMCA of the Rockies — MECR does not handle these payments. Choose the option that works best for you.

Option AStay at YMCA of the Rockies — Group Reserved Rooms

Price includes: Breakfast & Lunch at Aspen Dining Hall  •  35% deposit due at booking

Full Conference — 3 Nights

Thursday night, Sept 24 through Sunday morning, Sept 27  •  Includes 3 Breakfasts & 2 Lunches per person

# People per Room Cost per Person Total Room + Meals
1$707.00$707.00
2$397.00$794.00
3$294.00$881.00
4$242.00$968.00
5$211.00$1,055.00

Two Nights

Friday night, Sept 25 through Sunday morning, Sept 27  •  Includes 2 Breakfasts & 1 Lunch per person

# People per Room Cost per Person Total Room + Meals
1$501.50$501.50
2$276.50$553.00
3$201.50$604.50
4$164.00$656.00
5$141.50$707.50

How to Book Your Lodging Reservation

  1. Click here to access the Montessori Conference and Retreat room block.
  2. Use the Booking ID and Password below to log into the group block.
  3. Select Book Now.
  4. Verify the dates in the room filter.

Estes Park Center

Booking ID / Group Code: a09Nt00000AzVcEIAV

Password: 14111447

Payment & Reservation Details

  • One person must reserve the room for themselves and any other guest(s).
  • A 35% deposit, payable to the YMCA, is due at the time of reservation.
  • Once the deposit is received, a lodging confirmation and reservation number will be emailed to you.
  • On-site complimentary recreation includes miniature golf, basketball, volleyball, tennis, indoor swimming, hiking trails, playgrounds, library, and many family programs. Archery, horseback riding, and craft projects are available on-site for a fee.

Extending Your Stay

To enjoy the mountain location beyond the group's stay dates:

  1. First, book your reservation online for the group event dates using the link above.
  2. Then call Central Reservations at (888) 613-9622 to add additional nights.
  3. Have your reservation number available when calling.
Questions? Contact Central Reservations at (888) 613-9622 and reference the group name "Montessori Conference and Retreat".

Option BReserve Your Own YMCA Cabin

Contact YMCA of the Rockies directly to reserve a cabin separate from the group block.

Please note: You are responsible for your own meals.

Call Central Reservations: (888) 613-9622

Option CHotel or Vacation Rental in Estes Park

Secure your own lodging at a hotel, VRBO, or other rental in Estes Park.

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Register for the Conference

Choose the attendance option that works best for you. Schools may register multiple attendees — enter a name and email for each person. If a name is not yet known, enter TBD. Approved Lead Presenters are already registered.

Option A

Full Conference

Up to 12.5 contact hours

  • Thursday, Sept 24 — Welcome Event, 6–8 pm
  • Friday, Sept 25 — All Day Workshops + Community Dinner & Entertainment
  • Saturday, Sept 26 — All Day Workshops
  • Sunday, Sept 27 — Morning Workshops

$400 Early Bird (until May 15)

$500 after May 15, 2026

Option B

Friday Only

Up to 5 contact hours

  • Friday, Sept 25 — Workshops Only
  • Community Dinner & Entertainment not included

$275 Early Bird (until May 15)

$325 after May 15, 2026

Option C

Saturday Only

Up to 5 contact hours

  • Saturday, Sept 26 — Workshops Only

$275 Early Bird (until May 15)

$325 after May 15, 2026

Reminder: After completing this registration form, you must also complete Step 2 above to book your lodging directly with the YMCA. These are two separate transactions.